Valve Spring Compressor

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Valve Spring Compressor

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I've misplaced my flathead valve spring compressor (or it was "borrowed" by someone :cry: ). Any recommendations on a good replacement? Is the KD380 worth the money? Anyone know the difference between the KD380, the KDT380, and the KDS380?
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Re: Valve Spring Compressor

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I have one you can borrow, don't plan to use it any time soon.
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Re: Valve Spring Compressor

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Thanks, Carter. That's very generous of you. 8)

Does your compressor look like this:

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or maybe like this:

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Re: Valve Spring Compressor

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They look like this:

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Re: Valve Spring Compressor

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Carter, thank you for posting the photo. If I haven't found my compressor (it's been awhile since I've seen it, but I vaguely recall it looked something like the top one) when I start disassembling my 230 six, I'll PM you.
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Re: Valve Spring Compressor

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10-4
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